Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced a cash reward of 2 crore rupees for the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team following its maiden Ranji Trophy triumph. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that, describing the triumph as a defining chapter for J&K cricket, the Chief Minister said the victory has ignited celebrations across the region and inspired a new generation of young sportspersons. He further declared that members of the title-winning squad would be eligible for government appointments under the newly notified policy for outstanding athletes.
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- Omar Abdullah announced a cash award of ₹2 crore for the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team after their first-ever Ranji Trophy victory.
- He described the achievement as a historic milestone for cricket in Jammu and Kashmir.
- The Chief Minister said the triumph has sparked celebrations across the region and motivated a new generation of aspiring athletes.
- He also stated that players from the championship-winning squad will be eligible for government jobs under the newly introduced policy for outstanding sportspersons.